Traveling Senior Superintendent

Satterfield & Pontikes•San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc. is hiring a Traveling Senior Superintendent to lead concrete paving projects and strengthen field leadership. This is a field-based role involving travel between project sites as work demands. The ideal candidate is based in Houston, Texas, though applicants from other Texas cities are welcome. The position leads DOT and heavy civil concrete paving projects from mobilization through completion, with responsibility for pre-paving preparation, project execution, safety, schedule, and specification compliance. The Senior Superintendent also mentors Assistant Superintendents and communicates with general contractors, owners, inspectors, and clients. The role requires at least 10 years of DOT or heavy civil construction experience, concrete paving experience strongly preferred, and the ability and willingness to travel 50% or more. The company offers competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, per diem, travel and lodging coverage, a company truck or vehicle allowance, a cell phone stipend, and three weeks of PTO.

Requirements

At least 10 years of DOT or heavy civil construction experience.
Proven command of field logistics and preparation for large-scale paving projects.
Experience training, coaching, or mentoring field personnel.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in high-pressure conversations with general contractors and clients.
A steady, level-headed approach when schedules tighten or conditions change.
Ability and willingness to travel 50% or more.
Solid working knowledge of TxDOT or comparable DOT specifications and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Concrete paving experience is strongly preferred.
Based in Houston, Texas; applicants from other cities across Texas are also welcome.

Responsibilities

Lead DOT and heavy civil concrete paving projects from mobilization through completion.
Manage pre-paving preparation, including grade and subgrade readiness, forms and stringline, equipment staging, crew planning, material logistics, and pour sequencing.
Mentor and train Assistant Superintendents, developing their technical skills, confidence, and leadership abilities.
Communicate proactively and professionally with general contractors, owners, inspectors, and clients.
Keep projects safe, on schedule, and in compliance with specifications while resolving problems in the field.
Travel to project sites across Texas and beyond as work demands.